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On the recordSeptember 9, 2019
You got a good point, but we are going to be able to get it passed. Let's let it go to the courts.
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Conyers acknowledges Gohmert's concerns but believes the Voting Rights Act can still pass.

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